KDLC opposes pipeline project, off-shore exploration
NEWS/ LABOUR — The Kamloops and District Labour Council (KDLC) will seek support against the Northern Gateway pipeline project and all off-shore oil exploration at the B.C. Federation of Labour convention in Vancouver this week.
The labour council recently passed resolutions opposing the pipeline and exploration off B.C.’s coast.
“The risk just isn’t worth the payoff,” said KDLC president Peter Kerek. “Where there’s drilling, there’s spilling, and that’s just not a risk British Columbians need to be taking.”
He said major spills have occurred both from shipping and drilling accidents on a number of coastlines, most notably the Russian coastline.
“The technology for dealing with oil spills is very poor because there is simply little concern for the environment from these major oil companies,” said Kerek.
KDLC Secretary-treasurer John Hall is attending the convention as the lone delegate of the KDLC.
More than 2,000 delegates are attending.
ArmchairMayor.ca 
So nice that KDLC wishes to reject both the Northern Gateway Project and offshore oil exploration. Another indication that this province is not open for business, as we drive away business. Be aware of what you wish for, because you may get it. Meanwhile our provincial government sits back and waits to see where the cards fall. Don’t forget that according to oil and natural gas experts, the province has only until 2018 to get its house in order.
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